Melanochromis heterochromis

Melanochromis heterochromis

Nine Point Seven Centimeters Cichlid of African Waters

Black
Tropical
Local endemic species
Restricted distribution
Freshwater fish
Africa
Fusiform
Small
Tropical fish

Melanochromis heterochromis is a freshwater fish of Africa. The species occupies freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 9.7 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Melanochromis
Maximum length: 9.7 cm
Water: Freshwater
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Africa: endemic to Lake Malawi (Ref. 27612 , 89864 ).
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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